A Scale That Allows Us to Rank Individuals or Objects

question 75

Multiple Choice

A scale that allows us to rank individuals or objects, but not to say anything about the meaning of the differences between the ranks, is a(n)

• A)nominal scale.
• B)ordinal scale.
• C)interval scale.
• D)ratio scale.

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Definitions:

Cross-Cultural

Pertaining to or considering the differences and similarities among various cultures, often used in research or studies.

Mate Selection

The process by which individuals choose a partner based on a variety of factors, including social, psychological, and physical attributes.

Social Status

The position or rank of a person or group within the social hierarchy.

Parental Investment Theory

A theory suggesting that the amount and type of investment parents make in their offspring are determined by the benefits and costs to their own evolutionary fitness.